December 7, 2025 | Carrie Miner Yaple
Avonworth Claims First PIAA 3A Championship, Defeats Northwestern Lehigh 31–7 in Battle of Pennsylvania’s Last Unbeatens
In a rematch loaded with respect, history, and high stakes, the Avonworth Antelopes finally claimed the title that slipped away a year ago, defeating Northwestern Lehigh 31–7 at Chapman Field to secure their first-ever PIAA 3A football state championship. Entering the afternoon as the only two undefeated teams left in Pennsylvania, both programs walked in with perfect records—only one walked out with perfection preserved.
December 7, 2025 | Justin Bradley
Small-Town Roots, Big-Time Rise: Kulpmont’s Bob Chesney Wins Sun Belt COY, Takes UCLA Job While Leading JMU’s Playoff Push
From the coal-region streets of Kulpmont to Hollywood’s biggest spotlight, James Madison head coach Bob Chesney has proven that Northeast Pennsylvania football travels well. With Sun Belt Coach of the Year honors in hand and a College Football Playoff run still unfolding, Chesney is now set to bring his blue-collar edge to UCLA, cementing one of the most remarkable coaching ascents in college football.
December 5, 2025 | Justin Bradley
Spartans Run Wild: Southern Lehigh Captures First State Title Behind Steckert’s Record Night
Southern Lehigh delivered a championship masterpiece! A punishing run game, clutch strikes through the air, and a defense forcing mistake after mistake. The Spartans are officially state champions for the first time in program history.
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December 3, 2025 | Benjamin Snyder
Selinsgrove Seals boys basketball takes down Holy Redeemer 61-45 in home opener
Selinsgrove brought the energy, the dunks, and the student-section chaos to tip off the season the right way. After Holy Redeemer’s quick punch, the Seals answered with a Mac DeFazio spark and not one but two slams from Xaivier Jackson sending the gym into orbit. Behind Jackson’s 21 and a whole squad chipping in, Selinsgrove strutted out with a 61-45 home-opener win and a whole lot of energy to build on.
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December 3, 2025 | Justin Bradley
Tavian Branch Commits to Auburn — Tigers Land Northeast Pennsylvania Powerhouse
One of District 2’s most dominant defenders is now off the board. After a whirlwind recruitment filled with national attention and major program pushes, Riverside standout Tavian Branch has planted his flag in the SEC. The Vikings senior has committed to Auburn, where the Tigers see him as a future force on their defensive front.
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Tigers Back on the Big Stage: Southern Columbia Powers Past Lansdale Catholic, Returns to the State Final
